| "Day Dream" | |
|---|---|
| Song | |
| Written | 1939 |
| Published | 1941 byRobbins Music |
| Composer | Billy Strayhorn |
| Lyricist | John Latouche |
"Day Dream" is ajazz standard composed byBilly Strayhorn with lyrics byJohn Latouche and written in 1939.[1] It was first recorded by saxophonistJohnny Hodges and his ensemble on November 2, 1940.[2][1] Duke Ellington was credited as co-composer on the label of the original 78 RPM release, though he is not generally considered to be one of the song's creators.
On March 23, 1939,Duke Ellington and his orchestra boarded theSSÎle de France for a spring tour ofEurope. Strayhorn was working for Ellington at the time but was allowed to remain at hisHarlem residence. Thus, he had nearly seven weeks to work on new compositions and arrangements. "Day Dream" was composed during this time.[1]
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